an anthology

There are certain subjects that people do not like to talk about. "If you do not talk about it, it never happens" they think, but that is not true. Talking about brings awareness, and that brings change. Sexual abuse is out there whether we talk or not. So let's talk, let's make a difference.

HORROR / ROMANCE (Soft Erotica Horror) - [Rated R] - A tale of a stalkers obsession. Hunter was a serial killer, and completely psychotic. He grew up in a mental health correctional facility for the criminally insane for killing his family at nine years old. Hunter was also diagnosed with CIPA, or Congenital Insensitivity to Pain at a young age. Because of this he couldn't feel pain or pleasure which led to a hatred for women, and an addiction to watching others suffer. Until he met Raven. He became obsessed with the woman who stayed up late every night reading books about murder, drinking coffee at all hours of the day. He found himself following her,watching her every move. Problem was, she never paid any attention to him. Raven was always focused on Jackson, her boyfriend. When Hunter decides to kill Jackson in front of Raven then steal her away, her world gets turned upside down. Instead of Raven falling in love with Hunter like he'd planned, she begins falling in evil. NOTE: This is the one and only romance I will ever write. 1st Draft. No editing or revisions done at this time.

HORROR / SHORT STORIES - This is the Seasonal Special to "101 Psychos". Same gore, same insanity, different Psychos. All the psychos we encounter in this collection will have something to do with a festive December holiday. Whether it's tales of Psycho Clause, random stories of the truly naughty, or fun murderous jingles it's bound to be jolly! In these stories, the villain always wins. There are no happy endings here. Everyone dies. These stories are purely HORROR. WARNING! The following stories may be to intense for some readers. The crimes and murders depicted here are extremely graphic. There is massive amounts of VIOLENCE and GORE. These writings are not intended for the faint of heart or those with a weak stomach. Mature audiences only please. RATED R. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK! Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Joyous Kwanzaa, and Blessed Yule to everyone reading this! 1st Draft. No editing or revisions done at this time. WORK IN PROGRESS. ONLY UPDATED DURING DECEMBER.

HORROR / SHORT STORIES - (Currently Undergoing Heavy Revisions) The following stories will feature 101 psychopathic individuals as they leave their gory mark on the world around them. In these stories, the villain always wins. There are no happy endings here. Everyone dies. These stories are purely HORROR, and reflect what I feel a horror story should be. WARNING! The following stories may be to intense for some readers. The crimes and murders depicted here are extremely graphic. There is massive amounts of VIOLENCE and GORE. These writings are not intended for the faint of heart or those with a weak stomach. I will probably cross the line more than once. Mature audiences only please. These stories are RATED PG-13 but the scenes within should not be taken lightly. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK! Mixture of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd drafts. WORK IN PROGRESS.

The sequel to Lighthouse Nights is now on Wattpad! If you finish this book and like it, check out "Fallout Dreams" next! Jules and Trevor take advantage of suicidal teens by encouraging them and profiting off their deaths. When Jules falls in love with their eighth target, she's forced to make a series of life-or-death decisions and a single, impossible change. LIGHTHOUSE NIGHTS is a frightening parable about haunting regret, maniacal hatred, the longing to create, and ultimate redemption. This fast-paced story is as touching as it is twisted, and highlights a disturbing new trend among american teens. THE MIDNIGHT MASTERMIND SERIES is a savage anthology of pulp stories about Trevor, a charming sociopath caught between the love in his heart and the storm in his gut. Lighthouse Nights is BOOK ONE in the series, though Trevor's adventures can be read in any order. (The lack of capitalization is intentional.)

Suburban life has turned William Carmel from a drug-fueled creative prodigy to a gentle husband and father. When the voice of God commands him to construct a million-dollar amphitheater on the hill behind his home, the budding prophet obeys and unleashes his dormant madness and savage narcissism on his family and town. From the tragic prologue to the breathtaking climax, the themes of family, faith, and obsession provide an epic backdrop for this fast-paced character study.

Mara Lynn is the most beautiful girl in the world. James Parker is the ordinary boy who discovers her power. Set on the beaches of Michigan in 1994, the book depicts the joys and consequences of young love as Mara and James meet, shoot a movie, fend off bullies, and explore the potential of infinite beauty. "The Accidental Siren" is a dark, contemporary fairytale available on paperback and ebook at the end of June! To learn more, check out my website at www.JakeVanderArk.com!